Marcus Peters Raised His Fist During the National Anthem

All eyes are on NFL players during the national anthem on the first Sunday of the season to see if any other players join Colin Kaepernick's protest. Marcus Peters of the Kansas City Chiefs, who expressed solidarity with Kaepernick earlier this week, raised his fist in the air while the rest of the players locked arms in solidarity during the playing of the Star Spangled Banner.

Peters had already stated his support for Kaepernick, saying he was upset by the inequality in America.

I'm 100 percent behind him. I feel that what was going on in law enforcement, it does need to change. It does need to change for all, equal opportunities for everybody, not just us as black Americans. I feel that over the past year it's been displayed what's been going on across America and over across the world. Just on my piece, I don't think nothing's being done about it.

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In a statement issued before the game, the Chiefs acknowledged on Twitter that the players would lock arms "as a sign of solidarity."

After having a number of thoughtful discussions as a group regarding our representation during the National Anthem, we decided collectively to lock arms as a sign of solidarity. It was our goal to be unified as a team and to be respectful of everyone's opinions, and the remembrance of 9/11. It's our job as professional athletes to make a positive impact on our communities and to proactive when change is needed. Together we are going to continue to have conversations, educate ourselves and others on social issues and work with local law enforcement officials and leaders to make an impact on the Kansas City community.

The first Sunday of the season falling on September 11 has made for some awkward timing for protests, and some players may do not want to take a knee on such a sorrowful day. It will be interesting to see what happens Monday night and as the season continues.

Update, 4:45 p.m.: Arian Foster and three of his Miami Dolphins teammates took a knee during the national anthem on Sunday.